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Alcohol Detox

Alcohol Detox and Side Effects

Alcohol is the most commonly abused substance in the United States. According to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence(NCADD) one in every 12 adults battles an alcohol dependency or abuse issue. Alcohol withdrawal has a range of symptoms, from a simple hangover to something as serious as a coma or death. The longer an individual uses alcohol the more deeply dependent the users brain comes to depend on alcohol. The more dependent the brain is, the more severe the withdrawal symptoms will be during an alcohol detox.

The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) reported that about half of those with an alcohol use disorder will experience some form of alcohol withdrawal symptoms when alcohol use is cut down or eliminated. The most serious form of alcohol withdrawal delirium tremens (DT’s) will be experienced between 3-5% of users. DT’s can be fatal if not treatment rapidly. DT’s are characterized by fever, seizures, agitation, confusion delirium and hallucinations. Elevate offers a medical detox to prevent this catastrophe. Professionals will be on hand during the alcohol detox process monitoring emotional states and vital signs to ensure an individuals safety.

An alcohol detox can also have the following symptoms:

Anxiety

Insomnia

Headache

Nausea/Vomiting

Irritability

Fatigue

Inability to Concentrate

Muscle Aches

Loss of Appetite

Clammy Skin

Dizziness/Shakiness

Mood Swings

Nightmares

Elevated Heart Rate

Tremors

Sweating Skin

Paleness

Dehydration

Shallow Breathing

Depression

A withdrawal from alcohol is most severe during the first few days. The physical side effects lessens after a few days to a week. The emotional impact of alcoholism recovery can last much longer, from months to years. An alcohol detox is always safest when under the surveillance of an around the clock professional medical team.

Long term alcohol use has been proven to disrupt balance and create insomnia. Proof of this is shown in many of the studies over the last decade with multiple cases primarily found with the homeless community.

Elevate the mind, body, and soul and you CAN overcome addiction

Different drugs have different withdrawal side-effects and timelines. When constructing a treatment plan for our clients Elevate factors in the drug abused and its side effects. Poly-drug use and mental health issues can complicate withdrawal symptoms and is considered when designing a treatment plan. It is Elevate’s goal to help all those who seek to rid their body of addiction. When a client leaves Elevate he or she will understand the importance of how honesty leads to a positive life. We show our clients how to make a plan for a successful life after treatment has ended. We understand addiction, know how to help and achieve lasting recovery.